Sewing Newbies

You are a total newbie to sewing! You have never sewn before.

This is the perfect introductory course into the exciting world of machine sewing.
Beginner Sewing Level 1 has been designed to teach you the basic fundamentals of sewing. In this course you will be honing these skills while making a lined tote bag with a zipper opening and front pocket. This project is designed to increase your level of comfort with the sewing machine and all the tools necessary.

*No prerequisites required for this course
*All materials are included. Students will have the opportunity to choose their own fabric.

Beginner Sewing Level 1 Fee: $145.00 + HST

Save $40 if registering for both Beginner Sewing Level 1 and Level 2 classes. Select the Beginner level 1 and 2 pricing option at the time of check out

PLEASE NOTE: STUDENTS WISHING TO PURCHASE BOTH BEGINNER SEWING LEVEL 1 & LEVEL 2 DO NOT HAVE TO SCHEDULE THESE LEVELS BACK-TO-BACK. WANT TO TAKE A BREAK BEFORE LEVEL 2 BEGINS? TO SCHEDULE YOUR LEVEL 2 PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL THE STUDIO

*This is a continuation course to Beginner Sewing Level 1.
There is much more to sewing than just threading a machine and stitching straight lines.
Now that you have the basics you are ready for the next level, garment construction! In this course students will learn to work with commercial patterns and the step by step instructions in putting your garment together.

You will learn:
– How to use commercial patterns
– How to take proper body measurements
– Sewing different types of fabrics
– Proper finishing techniques
– How to use a serger
– Reading patterns symbols and instructions
– Proper fabric cutting
– Fitting

*Prerequisite for this course is Beginner Sewing Level 1 or equivalent
*Students will be selecting a commercial garment pattern and fabric in this class. Cost of supplies will range from $30 – $50.00 depending on your desired project.
*Your choice of project for this course will be either a simple skirt or simple pants/pajama pants.*PLEASE NOTE: MATERIALS FOR STUDENTS SEWING PROJECTS ARE AN ADDITIONAL FEE

Beginner Sewing Level 2 Fee: $165.00 + HST

Save $40 if registering for both Beginner Sewing Level 1 and Level 2 classes. Select the Beginner level 1 and 2 pricing option at the time of check out
and you will then be able to choose which level 2 schedule works best for you!